2005 Cadillac CTS vs. 1994 Ford Scorpio
To start off, 2005 Cadillac CTS is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Scorpio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Scorpio would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac CTS (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1994 Ford Scorpio. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 337 kg more than 1994 Ford Scorpio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Cadillac CTS (343 Nm) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Scorpio. (177 Nm). This means 2005 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac CTS | 1994 Ford Scorpio | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | CTS | Scorpio |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1592 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
